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molehill

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Noun — A small mound of earth pushed up by a burrowing mole.

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make a mountain out of a molehill

Etymology

A compound of mole and hill; the verb sense comes from the idiom "make a mountain out of a molehill."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “molehill” mean?

The word “molehill” means a small mound of earth pushed up by a burrowing mole. In plain terms, a small pile of dirt made by a mole — best known from the idiom about exaggerating small problems.

How do you pronounce “molehill”?

“Molehill” is pronounced MOHL-hihl (/ˈməʊlhɪl/ in IPA).

How do you use “molehill” in a sentence?

Here is “molehill” used in a sentence: “The gardener flattened a molehill that had appeared overnight.”

What part of speech is “molehill”?

“Molehill” is a noun.

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